The Crescent is in Ryton and in Gateshead district. NE40 3JL is located in the Ryton, Crookhill and Stella electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Blaydon. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about The Crescent, Ryton, NE40 3JL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE40 3JN, NE40 3JG, NE40 3JA, NE40 3JJ, NE40 3JW, NE40 3JF, NE40 3JH, NE40 3JB, NE40 3JQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NE40 3JL has a female population much higher than UK average, with 56.5% of the population being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.6% | 56.5% | 2.9% | 51.0% | 5.5% |
| Male | 46.4% | 43.5% | -2.9% | 49.0% | -5.5% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 31.5% | 33.6% | 2.1% | 37.9% | -4.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 46.8% | 46.8% | 0.0% | 44.2% | 2.6% |
| Separated | 3% | 3.6% | 0.6% | 2.2% | 1.4% |
| Divorced | 11.5% | 10% | -1.5% | 9.1% | 0.9% |
| Widowed | 7.2% | 5.9% | -1.3% | 6.1% | -0.2% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 39.1% | 41.2% | 2.1% | 48.4% | -7.2% |
| Good health | 34.8% | 33.2% | -1.6% | 33.6% | -0.4% |
| Fair health | 14.9% | 15.6% | 0.7% | 12.7% | 2.9% |
| Bad health | 8% | 7.3% | -0.7% | 4.0% | 3.3% |
| Very bad health | 3.3% | 2.7% | -0.6% | 1.2% | 1.5% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 20%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 27.7% | 21.4% | -6.3% | 18.2% | 3.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.6% | 10% | -3.6% | 9.6% | 0.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.7% | 17.7% | -1.0% | 13.4% | 4.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.1% | 7.7% | 2.6% | 5.3% | 2.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14% | 21.4% | 7.4% | 16.9% | 4.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 15.3% | 20% | 4.7% | 33.8% | -13.8% |
| Other | 5.5% | 1.8% | -3.7% | 2.8% | -1.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.2% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 97.8% | 99.2% | 1.4% | 81.4% | 17.8% |
| Other | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
In this area, 96.6% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 97.5% | 96.6% | -0.9% | 83.2% | 13.4% |
| European Union | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -5.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.5% | 96.6% | -0.9% | 83.2% | 13.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 9.8% | -7.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.8% | 0.4% | -1.4% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 74.4% | 76.7% | -2.3% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Portugal | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Other Europe | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 23.3% | 13.5% | 9.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 45.4% | 37.2% | 8.2% |
| Christian | 51.9% | 46.2% | 5.7% |
| Not answered | 2.7% | 6.0% | -3.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around The Crescent was 88.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 75.7% higher than the Crawcrook and Greenside average. The most reported crime type was Criminal damage and arson.
The Crescent has the 27th highest crime rate of 87 local areas in Crawcrook and Greenside and the 250th highest crime rate of 693 local areas in Gateshead .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 30.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -41.9%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 60% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 The Crescent, Ryton, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2022-03-28 | £150,817 |
| 16 The Crescent, Ryton, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2021-12-20 | £151,976 |
| 7 The Crescent, Ryton, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £133,200 | 2020-07-24 | £169,080 |
| 11 The Crescent, Ryton, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £119,950 | 2014-01-31 | £173,805 |
| 7 The Crescent, Ryton, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £111,000 | 2009-07-24 | £159,105 |
NE40 3JL area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
The percentage of retired residents living in NE40 3JL area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 31% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 77 |
| Retired | 68 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 15 |
| Self-Employed | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Other | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Education | 15 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Other | 3 |
| Mining and quarrying | 3 |
| Construction | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newburn Manor Nursery School Townfield Gardens , Newburn NE15 8PY | 3out of 4 | 2,151 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crookhill Community Primary School Hexham Old Road , NE40 3ES | 3out of 4 | 647 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ryton Community Infant School Main Road , NE40 3AF | 3out of 4 | 1,375 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ryton Junior School Main Road , NE40 3AF | - not rated | 1,559 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary and St Thomas Aquinas Catholic Primary School Stella Lane , NE21 4NE | - not rated | 1,565 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary & St Thomas Aquinas Catholic Primary School, Blaydon Stella Lane , NE21 4NE | - not rated | 1,565 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thorp Academy Main Road , NE40 3AH | 3out of 4 | 1,335 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Charles Thorp Comprehensive School Main Road , NE40 3AH | - not rated | 1,335 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thomas More Catholic School, Blaydon Croftdale Road , NE21 4BQ | 3out of 4 | 2,617 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thomas More Catholic School Croftdale Road , NE21 4BQ | - not rated | 2,617 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Walbottle Campus Hexham Road , Walbottle NE15 9TP | - not rated | 3,287 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Throckley Middle School Hexham Road , Throckley NE15 9DY | - not rated | 3,247 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lemington Middle School West Denton Road , NE15 7LS | - not rated | 3,737 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Chapel House Middle School Chadderton Drive , West Denton NE5 1EL | - not rated | 3,834 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chapel Park Middle School Granville Drive , Chapel Park NE5 1SH | - not rated | 4,656 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Denton Park Middle School Linhope Road , West Denton NE5 2NW | - not rated | 5,287 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Excelsior Academy Denton Road , NE15 6AF | 2out of 4 | 4,610 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Talbot House Children's Charity Hexham Road , Walbottle NE15 8HW | 3out of 4 | 3,363 yd | Non-maintained special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Feversham School Hexham Road , Walbottle NE15 8HW | - not rated | 3,375 yd | Non-maintained special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bleach Green School Ash Street , NE21 5HS | - not rated | 3,523 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Westlands School Hillhead Parkway , NE5 1DS | - not rated | 3,972 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Westlands School Hillhead Parkway , West Denton NE5 1DS | - not rated | 3,972 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calabria Ryton Limited | 1 Dean Terrace | 458 yd | |
| Miah Restaurant | Knole House, Lane Head | 555 yd | |
| Coffee Johnny's Limited | 1-3 Lane Head | 633 yd | |
| Miners Lamp Cafe | Eastwoods Road, West Wylam | 723 yd | |
| Taco Libre | 11a Ryton Village East | 755 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ryton Social Club | Parsons Drive | 295 yd | |
| The Runhead | Holburn Lane | 466 yd | |
| The Lane Head | 4 Main Road | 633 yd | |
| Half Moon Inn | Ryton Village | 757 yd | |
| Ye Olde Cross | Ryton Village | 962 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ryton Garden Chinese Take Away | Fieldhouse, Hexham Old Road | 176 yd | |
| Ryton Deli | 1-3 Lane Head | 461 yd | |
| Stargate Fish & Chip Shop | 1 Hawthorn Gardens | 615 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-operative Group | Parsons Drive | 295 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | Lane Head | 633 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Tri-It Gym & Fitness Centre Ltd MAIN ROAD | health and fitness suite | 356 yd |
| Stargate KING EDWARD ROAD | grass pitches | 645 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 40 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 96.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 6.4 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 10.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.